Tour Scotland 4K travel video clip, with Scottish music, of the High Cross by the Priory on the Island Of Oronsay, Scottish Gaelic: Orasaigh, on ancestry, genealogy, family history visit to the Inner Hebrides, Britain, United Kingdom. The High Cross stands about four metres east of the ruins of the monastery church and rises from a four -tiered foundation. From the inscription it can be seen that the cross recalls the death of the prior Colin, who presided over the Oronsay monastery and probably dates from the year 1510, Colin's dying year. On the westward side of the cross are scenes of the crucifixion of Jesus and on the east side are foliage motifs. Oronsay Priory was founded by the Augustinians in the early 14th century and it was dedicated to St. Columba. The priory became an important religious centre for the islands over the next few hundred years and it’s presence gave Oronsay much influence. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome.
